WELLFLEET – The Select Board didn t have to search far Tuesday to find an acting town administrator.
The board voted to appoint Wellfleet Fire Chief Richard Pauley to the interim role, this after it was announced Saturday that the town and Town Administrator Maria Broadbent had mutually agreed to part ways
Pauley’s appointment could last up to 90 days, or until another interim administrator is hired by the Select Board.
Select Board Chairman Michael DeVasto said Pauley’s long history with the town makes him a natural fit for the acting role.
“The chief has been hands-on and communicative, and part of the COVID-19 emergency response team, and he’s had good communication with all the department heads throughout the pandemic,” DeVasto said.